Fantasy Box Office Bombs That Deserve a Second Chance (Slashfilm.com)

"The fantasy genre is not in as dire straits as, say, westerns or musicals, but fantasy is certainly a bit of an endangered species — or at least a genre in decline. Fantasy relies on extensive world-building & frequently dabbles in magic, curses, & alternative histories. Dragons, fantastical creatures, & visual spectacle are mainstays of the genre. Fantasy films tend either tend to be blockbusters or cult hits, consumed only by a niche audience. What's really fascinating, though, is how many beloved fantasy films were absolute disasters when they debuted. That's why it's worth revisiting the fantasy films that didn't perform all that well upon their initial release. The films on this list bombed, but most are now considered absolute classics. They're more than worth a second look. And yes, there's a mix of everything on this list, proving that fantasy truly does have something for everyone: action, camp, romance, and, yes, even Taylor Kitsch." - slashfilm.com